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Another session of Major Emergency Management Training completed for JOCAP staff. One of the major trainings where you will learn and practice Emergency Management, Leadership and dealing with stressful situations. TotalEnergies

View my verified achievement from Swiss Armed Forces. The 48h-course (28h of training) focuses on learning the military way of working to lead and manage crises (rapport management, situation tracking), how to work effectively in a staff (leadership and work techniques), methods for structured decision-making and models for "thinking in variants". The process of crisis management, the so-called "5+2" model, serves as a basis. Furthermore, presentation and visualization techniques are developed and applied under professional guidance.

What Skills are you looking for in a leader, how does serving in the military provide someone with the leadership skills you are looking for? In my Air Force journey, I've encountered an undeniable truth: real leadership transcends the boundaries of academic achievements. It's not just about having a degree or formal education in leadership. True leadership is innate, honed through experiences, challenges, and the continuous pursuit of personal growth. Soft Skills that military members acquire go beyond the boundaries of academic achievements.  Below are some of the foundations of skills that I learned in my first Professional Military Education, Airman Leadership School. 1.     Leadership and Management (LMM 1101) focuses on the foundational roles and responsibilities of airmen, encompassing various leadership and management theories and their practical applications. It covers a wide array of skills such as supervision, stress management, problem-solving, understanding human behavior, maintaining discipline, counseling techniques, evaluating enlisted personnel, and addressing current social issues. This part of the course is designed to equip airmen with the necessary tools to lead effectively and manage the complexities of military life and operations. 2.     Managerial Communications (LMM 1102) emphasizes the importance of communication skills in a military setting. It delves into the principles of both oral and written communication, exploring theories and concepts that affect the communication process. The course aims to enhance speaking techniques, including oral presentations, and the principles of effective writing, ensuring that airmen can communicate clearly and effectively in various contexts. 3.     Military Studies (LMM 1103) offers a broad overview of the Air Force's organization, mission, and history. It also includes essential military aspects such as dress and appearance standards, drill and ceremony practices, customs and courtesies, respect for the flag, understanding military deterrence, the democratic process, the code of conduct, and personal readiness. This component is crucial for instilling a sense of pride and discipline while ensuring that airmen understand the broader context of their service. 4.     Introduction to Total Quality Management (LMM 1104) introduces airmen to the principles of Total Quality Management (TQM) within the Air Force. It covers the Air Force's commitment to quality, the seven-step process for continuous improvement, creating a quality environment, and the tools, metrics, roles, and responsibilities associated with TQM. Additionally, it focuses on building effective teams, a critical aspect of achieving and maintaining high standards of quality in military operations.

The origin of the Foresight - Leadership, Management and Command program. “As Firemen, you and I have a shared aim: ‘to protect life, property, and the environment’. But our jobs are not the same. Your job is to put your head down and deal with what’s in front of you; that takes a skill called now-sight. My job is to look over your head, to see what’s coming, to make a plan, and control the future - to make it safe for you, me, and everybody else. Your job is now-sight; my job is foresight.” (Sub Officer Clive Joyce, 1992)

My mandate, whether professionally or personally, is to always lead with kindness (inspired by one of my mentors, Michelle Lemmon and as my manager, practiced what she preached.) Why? 1)You never know what people are going through/experiencing. Post covid world, people experiencing mental health issues is higher than it’s been before and likely someone on your team is going through it. With people spending significant amount of their days at work, I’m not in the business of inciting fear or anxiety just to “get the job done.” Life is hard enough as it is. It’s not my job to make it harder. As a manager, it’s my job to inspire, and to provide constructive feedback that encourages growth. 2) When you understand your team, they understand you. And thus are more likely to produce better work, in higher volumes. Time and time again, behaviour psychology has proven that people respond better to positive reinforcement versus negative. Fear will not drive productivity. Praise people for good work- even if it’s part of their job, and find opportunities for growth along the way. Don’t wait till end of year reviews to give feedback. TL;DR: kindness doesn’t equal weakness. Be kind to your team, and you’ll reap the rewards! #thoughtleadership #leadwithempathy #leadwithkindness #executivecoaching

As a leader, it’s your job to understand the powerful role your emotions play, and to harness them in ways that will help your team succeed.

Interesting article. Good read for leaders at any level of an organization.

Empathy is a necessary leadership skill to be successful.

As a leader, it’s your job to understand the powerful role your emotions play, and to harness them in ways that will help your team succeed.